Engineering - Electrical & ElectronicsCivil Engineering & Construction
14 Nov
Senior Project Engineer
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
AED 18,000 – 20,000/month
Senior Project Engineer – MEP Job Reference: ANT-SPE-R-20261114 Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Engineering / Construction / MEP Functional Area: Engineering – Projects Specialization: MEP / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering Employment Type: Full-Time Working Hours: 48 Hours per Wee Job Overview Seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer – MEP for a Dubai-based opportunity. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and coordinating the engineering and site execution of assigned MEP projects, covering HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage and associated systems. The position requires strong technical coordination, site execution capabilities, resource management and the ability to ensure project progress in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, HSE requirements and project schedules. Key Responsibilities 1. Project Execution & Programme Control Translate approved project programmes into coordinated site execution and weekly look-ahead plans. Monitor actual versus planned progress and recommend recovery actions. Coordinate work fronts, site access, interfaces and sequencing across MEP disciplines and subcontractors. 2. Engineering & Technical Coordination Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications, BOQs and coordinated MEP layouts. Coordinate RFIs, material submittals, method statements, ITPs and consultant comments. Resolve installation interfaces across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage, civil and architectural works. 3. Quality Assurance & Inspections Ensure site execution complies with approved drawings, specifications and quality plans. Coordinate inspections, MIRs/WIRs, testing records and corrective actions. Monitor NCRs, snags and installation quality to minimise rework. 4. HSE & Safe Work Execution Ensure compliance with RAMS, PTW, LOTO and applicable site safety requirements. Coordinate with HSE teams on inspections, toolbox talks and safety observations. Escalate unsafe working conditions and support corrective actions. 5. Manpower, Material & Subcontractor Coordination Forecast manpower, tools, equipment, materials and subcontractor requirements. Coordinate procurement priorities, material approvals and site deliveries. Monitor subcontractor progress, productivity and workmanship. 6. Productivity & Cost Control Support Monitor labour productivity, completed quantities and material consumption. Identify potential variations, additional works and project delays. Maintain supporting site records and provide progress information for billing and cost control. 7. Client, Consultant & Internal Coordination Coordinate with clients, consultants, procurement, planning, QA/QC, HSE and subcontractors. Participate in site coordination and progress meetings. Maintain action trackers and escalate critical project issues to the Project Manager. 8. Testing, Commissioning & Handover Coordinate pre-commissioning checks and integrated MEP testing. Monitor snag rectification and support authority and client inspections. Coordinate as-built drawings, O&M manuals, test certificates, warranties and handover documentation. 9. Team Supervision & Project Reporting Guide Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and assigned site teams. Maintain daily progress records, drawing and submittal logs, inspection trackers and material status. Prepare progress updates and report technical, quality, HSE and resource-related issues to the Project Manager. Desired Candidate Profile Engineering background in Mechanical, Electrical or a related discipline. Practical experience in MEP project engineering and site execution. Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and drainage systems. Experience reviewing IFC drawings, shop drawings, BOQs and technical specifications. Knowledge of RFIs, material submittals, method statements and inspection procedures. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors. Understanding of quality assurance, HSE requirements, PTW and site safety procedures. Ability to monitor project progress, manpower, materials and productivity. Strong coordination, reporting, problem-solving and communication skills. Reporting Structure Reports To: Project Manager Team Coordination: Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and assigned site execution teams. Application Interested professionals with relevant MEP engineering and project execution experience are invited to submit their updated CV. All candidate applications and communications will be handled confidentially by Antal International.